The Carolina Panthers have many talented players on the defensive side of the football. That was the case last year, and it is equally the case this year. However, the defense will look a little bit different in the fall. With the departures of defensive end Julius Peppers and linebacker Thomas Davis, the absence of those two will make the field feel a little bit different on Sundays.
However, there will be one constant that will bridge the gap between the old guard and the new youth movement. Linebacker Luke Kuechly will be the guy to do so.